Crime Rate in Bicester South and Ambrosden: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bicester South and Ambrosden

The total recorded crimes in Bicester South and Ambrosden, Cherwell, UK in March 2025 are around 129 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bicester South and Ambrosden crime rate of 6.46 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Bicester South and Ambrosden, encompassing approximately 19,954 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (46) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (36) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Public order: (16) incidents (300.00% increase)
Bicester South and Ambrosden Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 12
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 12
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 7

How safe is Bicester South and Ambrosden?

To understand the safety of Bicester South and Ambrosden, we need to analyze Bicester South and Ambrosden crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Cherwell:

    • In 2024, Bicester South and Ambrosden reported a higher crime volume than the Cherwell average, with 1,560 crimes compared to 927. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Bicester South and Ambrosden witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bicester South and Ambrosden experienced a greater number of crimes than the Cherwell average, with 1,014 crimes compared to 802. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Bicester South and Ambrosden witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cherwell, Bicester South and Ambrosden has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Bicester South and Ambrosden Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bicester South and Ambrosden has recorded 129 crimes with crime rate of 6.46 ranking 2th out of 15 in the Cherwell, UK

In 2024, the total Bicester South and Ambrosden crimes were 1,560. The crime rate of Bicester South and Ambrosden in 2024 was 78.18 (year) or 6.51 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Cherwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bicester South and Ambrosden were around 1,014 crimes with yearly crime rate of 50.82 (year) or 4.23 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Cherwell.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cherwell)CrimesRank (Cherwell)CrimesRank (Cherwell)
Banbury Cross and Neithrop225 12,884 12,508 1
Banbury Grimsbury and Hightown75 51,160 41,214 2
Banbury Ruscote86 31,070 51,132 3
Bicester East84 41,252 3865 6
Launton and Otmoor51 9927 6905 5
Fringford and Heyfords64 6887 7591 10
Bicester North and Caversfield49 10782 8772 7
Kidlington East58 7658 10667 8
Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton52 8533 11315 16
Banbury Hardwick47 12720 9631 9
Bicester West40 14504 13501 11
Kidlington West47 11502 14478 12
Banbury Calthorpe and Easington46 13519 12441 13
Adderbury, Bloxham and Bodicote25 16455 15401 14
Deddington32 15425 16389 15

Bicester South and Ambrosden Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (36 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (45 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (35 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 65 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (47 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (39 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (33 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 32 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (114 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (92 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (31 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 444 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 92 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202546
February 202523
January 202535
December 202437
November 202425
October 202423
September 202423
August 202433
July 202441
June 202492
May 202431
April 202435

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20247
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244
July 20244
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 132 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20258
January 20255
December 202419
November 202414
October 20245
September 20248
August 202413
July 202412
June 202422
May 20249
April 20247

A total of 78 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20255
December 20241
November 20244
October 20244
September 20244
August 20247
July 202410
June 202418
May 20247
April 20248

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 99 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20254
January 20257
December 20246
November 20246
October 20243
September 20247
August 20247
July 20249
June 202420
May 20247
April 20247

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20247
June 202420
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
May 20242
April 20246

A total of 42 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20259
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241
July 20243
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 545 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 45.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 114 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202524
January 202545
December 202465
November 202447
October 202431
September 202435
August 202439
July 202432
June 2024114
May 202438
April 202439

A total of 28 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20246

A total of 27 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
June 20248
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
September 20241
May 20242

High Crime Locations Bicester South and Ambrosden in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bicester South and Ambrosden postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total12
Public order5
Shoplifting5
Other theft2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting8
Other theft2
Public order2
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting6
Theft from the person1
4. Oxford Road (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Aintree Way (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft1
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. London Road (Map)
Total5
Public order5
8. West Hawthorn Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
9. Austin Mews (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Hereford Close (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2

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